Media School (By the Danish newspaper Information)
Graduate School of Health and Medical Sciences at University of Copenhagen
This is a generic course. This means that the course is reserved for PhD students at the Graduate School of Health and Medical Sciences at UCPH.
Anyone can apply for the course, but if you are not a PhD student at the Graduate School, you will be placed on the waiting list until enrollment deadline. After the enrolment deadline, available seats will be allocated to the waiting list.
The course is free of charge for PhD students at Danish universities (except Copenhagen Business School), and for PhD students at NorDoc member faculties. All other participants must pay the course fee.
Learning objectives
A student who has met the objectives of the course will be able to:
1. Demonstrate the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in media contexts
2. Understand and manage expectations when engaging with journalists
3. Analyze and write compelling opinion pieces
4. Design and present unique and impactful posts (e.g. SoMe and posters)
5. Identify strategies to manage nerves and demonstrate confidence during public speaking
Content
Media School for Ph.D. Students in Health and Medical Sciences
The Media School is an intensive three-day training program tailored for Ph.D. students and early-career researchers in health and medical sciences. It offers a unique opportunity to explore how research, communication, and media can work hand in hand without compromising scientific integrity.
In today’s post-factual society, it is often the loudest voices that dominate public debate, rather than those with the deepest knowledge. The rise of fake news has only made it harder for decision-makers and citizens to navigate complex health issues.
Simply put, the world needs researchers more than ever!
At the Media School, the Ph.D. students will learn how to translate their research into clear and engaging communication that everyone can understand. They will also develop the skills to speak up and share their work with confidence - an essential advantage for any health and medical scientist working in a modern communication landscape.
Participants
The course aims at PhD students in health and medical sciences who have completed minimum 1 year of study.
Relevance to graduate programmes
- All graduate programmes
Language
English
Date and time
19-21 May 2026 - 9-16 all days
Course location
Dagbladet Information
Store Kongensgade 40C
1264 København K.
(Entrance is placed in Sankt Annæ Passage).
Room is called 'o-rummet' and is on the 4th floor.
You may ask at the reception desk, when you arrive
Expected frequency
Twice in spring and once in fall
Seats to PhD students from other Danish universities will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis and according to the applicable rules.
Applications from other participants will be considered after the last day of enrolment.
Note: All applicants are asked to submit invoice details in case of no-show, late cancellation or obligation to pay the course fee (typically non-PhD students). If you are a PhD student, your participation in the course must be in agreement with your principal supervisor.